Definition

A person who lives in the wild areas of Australia and often engages in criminal activities, especially during the 19th century.

Example

The bushranger was known for robbing travelers in the remote areas of the country.

Conversation

Have you ever heard stories about a bushranger?

Yeah, I read that they were like outlaws in the Australian wilderness.

Exactly! They had such adventurous lives, living off the land.

It’s fascinating how they became part of Australian folklore.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bushranger → The word is formed from "bush" (from Australian English, meaning a wild or uncultivated area) and "ranger" (from Old French *ranger*, meaning to arrange or to put in order). A bushranger originally referred to someone who roamed the bush, often in a lawless manner, and was involved in criminal activities.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone roaming through the wild 'bush' and 'arranging' their life outside the law — that's what a bushranger does.

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